Beach buffs can celebrate surfing, swimming and boating during the first “Swimmable California Day” on Thursday, July 25.

The state legislature designated the day to recognize the role of safe, clean beaches and waterways. Senator Ben Hueso (D-San Diego) and Assemblyman Mark Stone (Monterey Bay) introduced the resolution to commemorate the day.

“California’s 238 million annual beachgoers rival the number of visitors to all of the nation’s state parks combined, and are crucial to our economy,” Hueso said in a statement.

To commemorate the event, conservation groups throughout the state are hosting community swims, paddles, and other outdoor recreation events.

San Diego Coastkeeper will host a “San Diego Swimmable Day Party” at Mission Bay’s Ventura Cove from noon to 4 p.m. on Aug. 3.

The event will include music, water activities and free food, spokeswoman Jamie Ortiz said: “We'll bring the snacks and kayaks; you'll just need to bring your family and friends!”